Vistosa (en. Showy)
/bisˈtosa/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that is eye-catching or prominent in its presentation.
The decoration of the party was very showy.
La decoración de la fiesta era muy vistosa.
Used to describe garments or outfits that are bright and stand out.
The dress she wore was very showy and elegant.
El vestido que llevaba era muy vistoso y elegante.
Indicates that something has an attractive design that catches attention.
The advertisement poster was showy and caught everyone's eye.
El cartel publicitario era vistoso y captó la mirada de todos.
Associated with the idea of joy and colorfulness.
The flowers in the garden are very showy in spring.
Las flores en el jardín son muy vistosas en primavera.
Etymology
Comes from the Latin 'vistosus', meaning 'full of sight or appearance'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
a showy party
a celebration with striking and cheerful decorations.
una fiesta vistosa
a showy outfit
clothing that stands out for its color and design.
un atuendo vistoso
it is a showy place
a place that is visually attractive.
es un lugar vistoso
Related Words
visibility
The ability to be seen or noticed.
visibilidad
showiness
The quality of being showy.
vistosidad
visage
The appearance or outward aspect of something.
visage
Slang Meanings
Something that is excessively colorful or overloaded.
That car is so showy that it looks like a work of art.
Ese coche es tan vistoso que parece una obra de arte.
Used to describe a person who draws a lot of attention due to their way of dressing.
That girl is very showy, she always wears shiny clothes.
Esa chica es muy vistosa, siempre lleva ropa brillante.